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From rice paddies to coral reefs: 9 tropical island getaways within 10 hours of Australia

Discover the best island holidays near Australia: beautiful tropical islands and getaway destinations to book this summer.
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Coral bleaching on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef reaches ‘catastrophic’ levels, study finds

Record ocean heat has taken a devastating toll on one of the world’s greatest natural wonders, with coral bleaching on Australia’s Great Barrier Reef reaching “catastrophic” levels, a new study has ...
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Toxic algae are turning South Australia’s coral reefs into underwater graveyards – and there’s no end in sight

(CNN) — What struck Scott Bennett most were the razor clams. The long saltwater clams, resembling old-fashioned razors, normally burrow into sand to avoid predators. But when Bennett, an ecologist, ...
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WESTERN AUSTRALIA - Visit Shark Bay & Coral Bay

Visit Shark Bay and Coral Bay in Western Australia, two of the state’s most beautiful coastal destinations. This video explores the unique marine life of Shark Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and ...

Western Australia set for a cruise boom as more ships flock to coast

A visit to the west coast of Australia is now more alluring for cruise fans, with the news that vessels from small expedition ships to large liners are planning to sail there.